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A quiet wall can still have a lot of detail. In this finished interior, light fabric-look panels sit behind dark grey sofas. A narrow wood-tone slat strip breaks up the long wall. The colours are simple, so the panel texture and straight lines are easy to see.

These project notes look at a few details that designers, developers and commercial project teams in Canada can use when planning decorative wall panels. The photo shows a residential interior; the layout ideas may also help when reviewing a lounge or reception wall.

Keep the texture easy to see

The large panels have a fine woven look. From across the room, they read as one light background. Up close, there is more texture. The dark sofas and wood floor give the wall some contrast without adding another busy pattern.

When comparing textured wall panels, look at a full sample beside the flooring and furniture finishes. A small colour image does not show how the surface will look across a long wall. Check it in daylight and under the lights planned for the room.

Make the panel joints part of the layout

Thin vertical lines divide the wide panels. They are visible, and they give the wall a regular rhythm. The slim wood-tone slat section follows the same vertical direction.

Before ordering, draw the wall with its actual width, ceiling line, corners and openings. Mark the panel joints on that drawing. This helps the project team see where a narrow end piece or an awkward joint could appear.

Use a small slat section

The slats cover only a narrow part of the living room wall. That is enough to add a darker line beside the light panels. The wall behind the seating still feels simple.

A small slat detail can be useful when the room already has several materials. Try the proportion on an elevation drawing first. The width of the accent matters as much as the colour.

Carry the same idea into the hallway

In the hallway from this project, the light textured panels continue beside slim vertical accents. The dark entrance door sits at the far end. Repeating the wall finish connects the two spaces, while the door and floor still have their own character.

For a commercial layout, review this kind of transition around doors, corners and changes in ceiling height. The project team should agree on the finish edges and joint positions before installation begins.

Plan the finish with your project team

Start with the wall dimensions, a few site photos and the finishes beside the wall. Then compare samples under the intended lighting. The exact finish used in the photo is not identified here; ask us to help compare current options.

Browse our large wall panels and slat wall panel collection, or see more commercial project examples.

Planning an interior in Canada? Contact RichVaugh Wall Panel with your wall sizes and project photos to discuss finishes and layout.